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The Legal Services Board (LSB) has published its latest detailed picture of levels of innovation and use of technology in legal services in England and Wales (PDF), tracking changes since the last survey in 2018. The report is based on surveys with 1,310 firms, including solicitors’ firms, barristers’ chambers, other regulated legal services firms, and…

Read LSB survey reveals pandemic-driven tech innovation in law firms and consumer benefits

The Ministry of Justice and Legal Services Board (LSB) today announced the appointments of Kate Briscoe and Lizzie Peers as new lay members of the Board of the LSB. Barrister Clare Brown has also been appointed as a new non-lay member of the Board. The appointments were made by the Lord Chancellor in consultation with…

Read Legal Services Board announces new Board Members

The Legal Services Board wants to ensure people who need legal advice know how to access it, and can get they help they need at a price they can afford. How can we work together to improve access to justice and increase public trust in legal services? Join us in Nottingham to: Learn more about…

Read Reshaping Legal Services: LSB East Midlands event – 25 May 2023

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The Legal Services Board (LSB) has appointed Richard Orpin as its new Director, Regulation & Policy. He will lead the LSB’s policy, research and regulatory teams from June 2023. Richard joins from Ofcom, where he led the communications regulator’s engagement with Government and Parliament on all broadcasting and media matters. Commenting on the appointment, Matthew…

Read Legal Services Board appoints new policy and regulation director

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has published a qualitative study on the experiences of 30 legal professionals from underrepresented groups trying to get into, feel part of, and succeed in the legal profession. While not designed to be statistically representative, the sample included a mix of gender identities, sexualities, ethnic backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic backgrounds,…

Read LSB study suggests sector-specific, unethical barriers limiting progress on EDI in legal services

The Board met in person on 25 April 2023, my first meeting as Chair of the Legal Services Board. I reflected to my Board colleagues that, less than a month into the role, it had been a delight to have already met a wide range of stakeholders committed to delivering positive improvements for consumers. I…

Read Chair’s blog – April 2023

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has launched a call for evidence on the role that lawyers’ conduct can play in the misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and how regulation might help address it by supporting lawyers to better meet their professional ethical obligations. While the majority of NDAs are lawful and can legitimately be used…

Read Legal Services Board launches call for evidence on the misuse of NDAs and the role of lawyers

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has published the report of its investigation into disputes and disagreements between the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) and CILEx Regulation Limited (CRL). The investigation, which started in October 2022, looked into three areas: delegation of regulatory functions, a range of financial matters and consultation. The report sets out…

Read Legal Services Board publishes CILEX/CRL investigation report

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The Legal Services Board (LSB) has published its business plan for 2023/24 to drive forward its ambition to deliver a legal services market that better meets society’s needs.  Publication follows a consultation exercise earlier this year which saw the sector have its say through a virtual event and written submissions. The Business Plan supports the LSB’s…

Read Driving forward the strategy: LSB Business Plan for 2023/24 

The Board met in person on 21 March 2023, my final full meeting as Chair of the Legal Services Board. Delivering our strategic vision: LSB business plan 2023/24 Every year we consult publicly on our draft business plan and budget. We reviewed contributions from stakeholders and agreed the LSB’s business plan and budget for 2023/24….

Read Chair’s blog – March 2023